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Stelios PsarakisView profile

Professor

• Statistical Quality Control
• Design and Analysis of Experiments
• Quantitative Methods
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Stelios Psarakis is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at the Athens University of Economics and Business , where he has held academic appointments since 1997. He currently serves as Deputy Director of the Institute of Statistical Documentation Research and Analysis . Academic Appointments: Professor (2015–present), Associate Professor (2009–2015), Assistant Professor (2003–2009), Lecturer (1997–2003). Education: B.Sc. in Mathematics (1986) from University of Crete, Ph.D. in Statistics (1993) from Athens University of Economics and Business. His research focuses on Statistical Quality Control , Design and Analysis of Experiments , and Quantitative Methods . He has supervised 52 M.Sc. dissertations in Statistics (part-time program, 2002–2015) and Ph.D. theses on topics such as control charts, process capability indices, and statistical surveillance. He teaches courses including Descriptive Statistics , Statistical Quality Control , and Sampling Techniques at both undergraduate and graduate levels across departments like Statistics, Marketing and Communication, Business Administration, Informatics, and Accounting and Finance. Editorial roles include membership on the boards of Austin Journal of Business Administration and Management (since 2017), Quality Engineering (since 2016), and Statistics Views (since 2016).

Kyriakidis EpaminondasView profile

Professor

• Applied Probability and Stochastic Operations Research
• Markov decision processes
• Population models in Epidemiology and Ecology
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Epaminondas Kyriakidis serves as Professor in Applied Probability and Stochastic Operations Research at the Department of Statistics, School of Information Sciences and Technology, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), Greece. He joined AUEB in 2009 as Associate Professor and advanced to full Professor in February 2015, following prior academic appointments at the University of Crete, University of the Aegean, and Technological Educational Institute of Crete spanning 1993-2009. His academic credentials include: B.Sc. in Mathematics (1985) from the University of Athens M.Sc. in Statistics (1986) from Imperial College, London Ph.D. (1990) from Birkbeck College, University of London Professor Kyriakidis' research centers on stochastic modeling with applications spanning epidemiology, ecology, and industrial systems. His expertise in Markov decision processes and queueing control addresses critical challenges in disease modeling, maintenance optimization, and supply chain logistics. This work has been disseminated through leading journals including the Journal of Applied Probability and European Journal of Operational Research, reflecting his contributions to both theoretical and applied operations research. He teaches core courses such as Probability, Operations Research, Statistical Inference, and specialized subjects including Epidemic Models and Network Optimization at both undergraduate and graduate levels. No scientific awards or research grants are documented in the provided materials. Similarly, there is no mention of doctoral or master's students under his supervision.

Michael A. ZazanisView profile

Professor

• Applied Probability
• Queueing Systems
• Stochastic Simulation
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Michael A. Zazanis is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), where he has been a faculty member since 1997. He previously held positions as Assistant Professor at Northwestern University (1986-1993) and Associate Professor at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (1993-1997). Dr. Zazanis received his Engineering Diploma from the National Technical University of Athens (1982), followed by an M.Sc. (1983) and Ph.D. (1986) in Applied Mathematics from Harvard University. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in both engineering and theoretical mathematics. His research focuses on Applied Probability, Queueing Systems, Stochastic Simulation, and applications in Manufacturing and Risk Management. Over his career, his work has evolved from foundational perturbation analysis of queueing systems to contemporary research on age-of-information metrics in communication networks. His contributions span theoretical developments in stochastic processes and practical applications in production control systems and risk analysis. Dr. Zazanis has published extensively in leading journals including Journal of Applied Probability, Stochastic Processes and their Applications, Operations Research, Management Science, and Queueing Systems. His 1988 paper in Management Science on perturbation analysis for the M/G/1 queue is considered seminal in the field. Best Publication Award from the TIMS College on Simulation (1990) He has served in administrative roles including Graduate Program Director (2003-2006) and Head of the Statistics Department (2006-2008) at AUEB. Dr. Zazanis teaches undergraduate courses in Mathematical Methods, Stochastic Processes, and Probabilities, as well as graduate courses in Advanced Stochastic Processes and Operations Research. He is married to Corinna Anastassakou and has one son, Aristomenes.

Komninos AndreasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Mobile and Pervasive Computing
• Network-centric Computing Systems
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Komninos Andreas is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Engineering & Informatics Department at the University of Patras, specializing in Mobile and Pervasive Computing, Internet of Things, and Human-Computer Interaction. His research spans intelligent environments, context awareness, and virtual reality applications. His research focuses on mobile text entry systems, psycho-cognitive modeling of human behavior, and accessibility for visually impaired users. Key areas include large language model applications for text entry evaluation, pseudo-haptic feedback in VR, and spatial multimodal alerts for industrial environments. He develops simulation tools like RoboType for realistic text entry evaluations and open-source cognitive models. Notable achievements include a Best Paper Award at the ACM Greek SIGCHI Chapter (2023) for VR text entry research. He serves as co-general chair for EICS'26 and holds leadership roles in MobileHCI'24 and UbiComp/ISWC'24 as Workshops & Tutorials Chair and Student Competition Chair respectively. Best Paper Award at ACM Greek SIGCHI Chapter (2023) Co-General Chair for EICS'26 Workshops & Tutorials Chair for MobileHCI'24 Student Competition Chair for UbiComp/ISWC'24 His publications demonstrate strong emphasis on empirical validation of text entry systems, with recent work integrating LLMs for affective phrase generation and psycho-cognitive modeling. He actively promotes open data practices in HCI research and has contributed to digital twin systems for environmental education and maritime industry applications.

• Systems & Control Theory
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Robotic Systems
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Dimitrios Dechouniotis is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Patras . His career spans roles in academia, research institutions, and public administration. 2004: Diploma in Electrical Engineering (University of Patras) 2006: MSc in Automation Systems (NTUA) 2014: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering (University of Patras) His research focuses on Systems & Control Theory , Cyber-Physical Systems , Robotics , Cloud Computing , and 5G Communications . Recent publications highlight work in edge computing , network slicing , and resource orchestration for IoT and robotics applications. He has participated in over 10 national and European research projects related to telecommunications and Industry 4.0. His technical contributions include frameworks for edge-cloud continuum orchestration , blockchain-based slice orchestration , and energy-aware resource allocation , with a strong emphasis on system modeling and control-theoretic approaches. Contact: dechouniotis@uop.gr | Office: Building Z, 2nd Floor

Elias StathatosView profile

Professor

• Photovoltaics
• Solar Cells
• Nanotechnology
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Professor Elias Stathatos is a distinguished academic at the University of Peloponnese, serving as Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and Head of the Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Laboratory (N&AML). Born in Patras, Greece in 1968, he received his Physics degree and PhD from the University of Patras, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Cincinnati's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He previously served as Department Head of Electrical Engineering at the Technological-Educational Institute of Patras from 2008-2010. His educational background includes a Physics degree and PhD from the University of Patras, followed by specialized postdoctoral training in the United States. This foundation has enabled his significant contributions to advanced materials science and photovoltaic technologies. Professor Stathatos' research focuses on next-generation photovoltaic technologies, particularly third and fourth generation solar cells. His work spans dye-sensitized, quantum dot, and perovskite solar cells utilizing nanostructured materials for enhanced energy conversion. He also investigates electrochromic materials for smart windows applications and solar radiation concentrators to improve conventional photovoltaic efficiency. His research extends to photocatalytic materials development for environmental protection applications, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable energy solutions that address multiple societal challenges. His extensive publication record shows a clear trajectory toward more complex, scalable, and application-focused photovoltaic technologies. Recent work emphasizes practical implementation challenges including stability enhancement, scalable manufacturing processes, and integration with agricultural systems through agrivoltaics. The research demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary collaboration, combining materials science, electrical engineering, and environmental applications. Section Editor in Chief in 'Optoelectronics' of 'Electronics' Journal (MDPI) Editorial board member for multiple prestigious journals including 'Molecules', 'Nanomaterials', and 'Materials Science for Semiconductor Processing' Recognized in Stanford University's Most Cited Author list 2020/2021 Extensive peer review contributions to over 50 international journals Professor Stathatos serves as Principal/Co-Principal Investigator for 30 funded research proposals from international and national sources. His laboratory actively participates in numerous collaborative projects focusing on advanced photovoltaic technologies and nanomaterials development. The Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Laboratory under his leadership maintains strong industry and academic partnerships that facilitate technology transfer and practical implementation of research findings. As head of the Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Laboratory (N&AML), Professor Stathatos oversees a dynamic research environment focused on advanced materials synthesis, characterization, and application development. The laboratory maintains state-of-the-art equipment for nanomaterial fabrication and photovoltaic device testing, supporting both fundamental research and applied technology development.

Chalkias ChristosView profile

Professor

• Geographic Information Systems
• Applied Geography
• Spatial Analysis
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Christos Chalkias serves as Professor and Vice-Rector for Research, Development and Lifelong Learning at Harokopio University's Department of Geography. Based in Athens, Greece, his academic office is located in the Library Building (Office 4.5). His educational background includes a Degree in Geology (1991) and PhD in Physical Geography & Geoinformatics (1996), both completed at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. His research encompasses diverse geospatial domains with particular emphasis on: Geographic Information Systems & Science – Developing spatial analysis methodologies Applied Geography – Solving real-world environmental and societal challenges Spatial Analysis – Examining geographic patterns and processes Environmental Modeling – Simulating physical phenomena Health Geography – Analyzing spatial health disparities Digital Cartography – Innovating map visualization techniques Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong focus on geospatial applications in health epidemiology, environmental monitoring, and disaster management. His work frequently employs remote sensing, spatial statistics, and GIS technologies to address Mediterranean-region challenges including cardiovascular disease patterns, light pollution, soil degradation, and earthquake impacts. Distinct research trends include historical geospatial reconstruction, nocturnal earth observation, and community-engaged environmental sensing.

• Health Economics
• Health Informatics
• Health Information Systems
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Athanasios Vozikis is a Professor at the Department of Economics of the University of Piraeus, specializing in Health Economics and Information Systems. He serves as Director of the Laboratory of Health Economics and Administration at the University of Piraeus and has held significant positions including President of the Negotiating Committee of EOPYY and member of the National Council of Public Health. His academic career spans teaching and research in health economics, health information systems, and health policy analysis. Vozikis holds a PhD from the University of Piraeus in Health Economics and Information Systems, a Master's degree (M.Sc.) from the University of Athens in Health Informatics, and graduated from the Department of Public Administration of Panteion University. His educational background has positioned him at the intersection of economics, healthcare, and information systems. His research focuses on Health Economics, Health Informatics, Health Information Systems, Health Policy, Medical Error Analysis, and Economic Evaluation. Vozikis has made significant contributions to understanding healthcare financing, health technology assessment, pharmacoeconomics, and the economic aspects of medical innovation. His work often examines the Greek healthcare system within broader European and international contexts, with particular attention to cost-effectiveness, resource allocation, and policy implications. His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent research output across multiple healthcare domains, with recent work focusing on cancer care economics, pharmacogenomics, migraine treatment cost-effectiveness, and healthcare for migrants. His research shows a clear trajectory from foundational health economics toward more specialized areas of precision medicine economics and health technology assessment. Vozikis has been actively involved in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate courses including Computers I & II, Environmental Economics, Information Systems, Economics of Health and Insurance at the undergraduate level, and Health Economics, Health Information Systems, Strategic Information Systems, Management Information Systems and E-Governance at the postgraduate level. He has served as an expert in Health Technology Assessment, Negotiations, process redesign, operational and strategic planning and systems development in the health sector, working with both public organizations and private companies. His practical experience complements his academic work, providing real-world insights into healthcare system challenges and solutions.

Sidiras DimitriosView profile

Professor

• Industrial Processes
• Environmental Technology
• Renewable Energy
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Sidiras Dimitrios is a Professor at the Department of Industrial Management and Technology within the School of Economics, Business and International Studies at the University of Piraeus . His work focuses on experimental and computational simulation of industrial processes, with emphasis on environmental and energy applications. Research Trends & Fields: His recent publications highlight expertise in hydrogen production , adsorbent development , biomass conversion , and pollutant removal . Key sub-fields include torrefaction , dye adsorption , water decontamination , biofuel production , and process optimization within circular economy and sustainable technology frameworks. Academic Context: The Department of Industrial Management and Technology addresses industrial and environmental challenges through education and research, offering programs in technology management , sustainable energy , and industrial ecology .

Ioannis S. TriantafyllouView profile

Associate Professor

• Statistics
• Applied Probability
• Nonparametric Statistical Process Control
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Ioannis S. Triantafyllou is an Associate Professor at the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science of the University of Piraeus, where he has been serving since 2022. Previously, he was an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics with applications in Biomedicine at the University of Thessaly (2017-2021) and a Lecturer at the same department (2016-2017). He also serves as Collaborating Educational Staff at the School of Natural Sciences & Technology, Hellenic Open University since 2013. Education: Postdoctoral Research (2011) in Probability and Statistics at the University of Piraeus Doctoral Degree (2009) from the Department of Statistics & Actuarial Science, University of Piraeus Master's Degree in Applied Statistics (2005) from the University of Piraeus Bachelor's Degree (2002) from the Department of Mathematics, National & Kapodistrian University of Athens Dr. Triantafyllou's research focuses on Statistics and Applied Probability, with particular emphasis on Nonparametric Statistical Process Control, Nonparametric Statistical Inference, Statistical Reliability Theory, Order Statistics Theory, and Aging properties study. His work bridges theoretical statistics with practical applications in reliability engineering and quality control. He has developed innovative nonparametric methods for monitoring industrial processes without assuming specific distributional forms, which has significant implications for quality assurance in various industries. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on reliability structures, particularly consecutive-type systems, weighted components, and distribution-free control charts. The research shows a clear trend toward developing more sophisticated models that incorporate multiple failure modes, redundancy mechanisms, and nonparametric approaches that don't require distributional assumptions. His work increasingly intersects with applications in supply chain management, medical diagnostics, and engineering systems. Professional Recognition: Associate Editor at International Journal of Mathematical Engineering and Management Sciences Reviewer at Mathematical Reviews/MathSciNet Guest Editor for special issues in Mathematics, International Journal of Quality and Reliability Management, and Reliability: Theory and Applications Member of Scientific Committees for multiple Panhellenic Statistical Conferences Dr. Triantafyllou has supervised more than 60 undergraduate theses and over 35 master's theses throughout his career. His teaching spans 8 undergraduate and 23 graduate courses across multiple institutions, totaling more than 13 academic semesters of instruction. He has authored 18 teaching textbooks and served as a reviewer for 37 different international scientific journals, evaluating more than 70 papers. His research laboratory focuses on reliability engineering and statistical process control, with active collaborations across multiple institutions. Current projects involve developing advanced nonparametric control charts for industrial applications and studying complex reliability structures with multiple failure criteria.

• Computational Fluid Mechanics
• Computational Analysis
• 3D Printing
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Hatzintai Nikoleta is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Industrial Management and Technology of the University of Piraeus within the Shipping and Industry school. She holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering with emphasis on Computational Fluid Mechanics. Her educational background includes: Bachelor's degree from the School of Chemical Engineering of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2001) Master's Degree in Process Simulation, Optimization and Control from University of Patras PhD in Chemical Engineering from University of Patras (2008) Dr. Hatzintai's research spans computational analysis and numerical methods for engineering problems with focus on: Computational Fluid Dynamics for Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids Two-phase flows and free surface problems 3D printing technologies and polymer mechanics Structural analysis and optimization methods Recycling applications and ecological design principles Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between industrial management, chemical engineering, and advanced manufacturing technologies. She has published in prestigious international scientific journals and presented at international conferences, though specific publications aren't detailed in the available information. Dr. Hatzintai has extensive teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels across Greek universities, with particular expertise in computational methods applied to industrial problems.

• Signal Processing
• Computer Vision
• Robotics
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Petros Maragos is a Professor at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, where he directs the Division of Signals, Control and Robotics. He founded the Computer Vision, Speech Communication & Signal Processing Lab (1999) and the Hellenic Robotics Center of Excellence (2025). His research spans signal processing, computer vision, robotics, and machine learning, with 450+ publications and leadership in 50+ EU/Greek/US projects. Education includes a Dipl.Ing. from NTUA (1980), M.Sc./Ph.D. from Georgia Tech (1982/1985), and faculty positions at Harvard University (1985-1993) and Georgia Tech (1993-1998). Research Focus: Multimodal perception, nonlinear systems, assistive robotics, and deep learning. Recent work integrates tropical geometry with neural networks, robotic healthcare applications, and sign language technologies. Articles emphasize neural architectures, real-world robotics, and AI for social good. Awards: IEEE Fellow (1995), EURASIP Fellow (2010) IEEE W.R.G. Baker Prize (1995) NSF Presidential Young Investigator Award (1987-1992) CVPR/PETRA Best Paper Awards (2022-2025) Advising & Grants: Supervised 30+ PhDs and 130+ Master's students. Secured funding from EU Horizon 2020, NSF, and Greek national programs for projects like i-Walk (robotic mobility) and e-Prevention (mental health monitoring). Labs: Leads NTUA's Intelligent Robotics Lab and co-founded the Robotics Institute at Athena Research Center, focusing on human-robot interaction and perception systems.

Dimitrios SoudrisView profile

Professor

• Computer Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• Reconfigurable Architectures
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Dimitrios Soudris is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), leading the Microprocessor and Digital Systems Lab (MicroLab). Previously, he served as Lecturer, Assistant, and Associate Professor at Democritus University of Thrace from 1995 to 2008. Diploma in Electrical Engineering (1987), University of Patras PhD in Electrical Engineering (1992), University of Patras His research focuses on Embedded Systems , Reconfigurable Architectures (FPGAs) , Hardware Accelerators for data centers/space/cloud, Edge Computing , and Low Power VLSI Design . Recent publications highlight trends in: AI/ML acceleration for edge and space applications Secure FPGA architectures for 6G networks Energy-efficient heterogeneous memory systems Approximate computing techniques Transformer optimization for low-power contexts Scientific Awards: INTEL and IBM awards (project LPGD #25256) HiPEAC, DAC, and ISCA awards (2010–2024) XILINX Open Hardware Design Contest (2017, 2019, 2021) He has coordinated >70 R&D projects funded by the European Commission, ENIAC-JU, ESA, and industry partners. As Associate Editor of ACM TODAES and conference chair (PATMOS, VLSI-SOC), he contributes to academic leadership. His lab, MicroLab, specializes in hardware-software co-design for emerging computing paradigms.

Eleni AlexandratouView profile

Lecturer

• Biophotonics
• Bionanotechnology
• Cellular Engineering
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Eleni Alexandratou serves as a Lecturer at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, within the Division of Electromagnetics, Electrooptics and Electronic Materials and the Laboratory of Biomedical Optics and Applied Biophysics since 2014. Her academic career spans over 25 years with continuous contributions to biomedical optics and biophysics research. Her educational credentials include: B.S. in Physics from the University of Athens (1995) Ph.D. from the School of Electrical Engineering and Computing, National Technical University of Athens (2003) Her research program centers on Biophotonics, with emphasis on real-time optical manipulation of living cells and tissues, photodynamic cancer therapy, and fluorescence spectroscopy. She develops advanced image processing techniques for medical diagnostics, particularly in cancer prognosis systems through bionanotechnology and cellular engineering approaches. Her distinguished contributions have earned recognition through: Prize of Dimitris N. Chorafas Foundation (2002) for Bioengineering work in Confocal Microscopy Empirikos Foundation honor and prize (1999) D. Thomaidou Prize for Best NTUA PhD Thesis (2003) Award-winning educator teaching core biomedical engineering courses including Introduction to Biophotonics, Measurement and Control in Biomedical Engineering, Principles of Biomedical Instrumentation, and graduate-level Fundamentals of Biophotonics. Her research stems from the Pythagoras project on Optical Imaging for Cancer Diagnosis and maintains active collaborations with medical institutions including the Onassis Cardiosurgery Center and University of Athens Pathological Anatomy Laboratory.

• Environmental Catalysis
• Photocatalysis
• Antipollution Technology
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Professor Konstantinou Ioannis is affiliated with the Department of Chemistry at the University of Ioannina. He specializes in environmental chemistry and pollution control technologies. Environmental Catalysis Photocatalysis Antipollution technology Material science Advanced oxidation processes His research focuses on developing catalytic and adsorbent materials for pollutant degradation, optimizing analytical methods for environmental monitoring, and advancing green chemistry solutions. Recent work includes visible light-responsive photocatalysts and mass spectrometry-based pollutant identification. Key publications address Cr(VI) adsorption using waste tire chars, herbicide degradation in soil systems, and pharmaceutical removal from hospital wastewater via photocatalytic processes. Contact: iokonst@uoi.gr | Phone: 2651008349 | Office: X2-211c, University of Ioannina Campus